Lake City, SC
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Recent meetings
Tue Aug 11, 2026
City Council
Lake City Council to vote on towing/demolition fees, disaster pay, surplus sales
The Lake City City Council is meeting to consider six resolutions and three ordinances, including changes to towing and demolition fees, a disaster pay policy, a surplus property declaration, and a development services agreement. They will also discuss creating a hospitality tax advisory committee and grant program, and work-based learning opportunities for students.
- Resolution 2026-039: amendments to towing and demolition fee schedule
- Resolution 2026-040: disaster and emergency response compensation policy for salaried non-exempt employees
- Resolution 2026-042: declaration of surplus property and authorization of employee and public surplus sales
- Ordinance 2026-011 (first reading): development services agreement with CCHWALK-Lake City, LLC
- Ordinance 2026-012 (first reading): declaration of 278 W. Cole Road as surplus real property
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REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
The City of Lake City is a handicap accessible facility
TUESDAY, AUGUST 11, 2026
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS – JUDICIAL CENTER
202 KELLEY STREET
6:00 P.M.
https://www.facebook.com/CityofLakeCitySC
I.
CALL MEETING TO ORDER & CIVILITY PLEDGE
II.
INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
III.
POLLING OF CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
IV.
ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
V.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Minutes from July 14, 2026 Regular Council Meeting
VI.
PROCLAMATIONS
Councilmember Jason Brown
Retired Captain Thomas Black
Mayor Yamekia Robinson
Voluteer Calvin E Burgess
Retired Engineer/Honorary Battalion Chief Albert Jenkins, Jr,
VII.
RECOGNITIONS
Recognizing Emergency Management Awareness Month and Hurricane Preparedness- Florence
County EMD
VIII.
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD (Limited to 2 minutes)
The City Council welcomes comments on matters within the City’s business or this meeting’s agenda.
Speakers are limited to two minutes. To ensure proper follow-up, please sign in with your name and
address with City Clerk. For specific actions or questions, visit City Hall (8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.) or
contact your elected officials via the City’s website. Uncivil or disruptive comments will not be
entertained.
Regular City Council Meeting Tuesday, August 11, 2026
IX.
LEGISLATIVE
RESOLUTIONS
1. RESOLUTION 2026-039- Amendments to the City of Lake City Rate Schedule for Towing and
Demolition Fees and other matters relating thereto.
2. RESOLUTION 2026-040- Disaster and Emergency Response …
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Tue Aug 11, 2026
Architectural Review Board
Board to elect chair, review 5 facade/signage applications
The Board will elect a Chairperson and discuss letters of interest for continued board services. They will also review annual training requirements and approve the annual meeting schedule. The main business is reviewing five applications for new signage and facade improvements at various properties in Lake City, SC.
- Election of Chairperson of the Board
- Review of Application for 109 & 111 N Acline S. (Tax number 80028-03-032) for New Signage and Facade Improvements
- Review of Application for 113 W. Main St. (Tax Map 0028-05-006) for Facade Improvements
- Review of Application for 118 S Acline St (Tax Map 80028-06-005) for Facade Improvements
- Review of Application for 118 E. Main St. (Tax Map 80028-03-020) for new Signage and Facade Improvements
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AGEND
ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD
MEETING
TUESDAY AUGUST 11", 2026
202 KELLEY ST.
10:00 A.M.
CALL MEETING TO ORDER
I. Invocation
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Adoption of agenda
Review Items for Discussion and Approval
Election of Chairperson of the Board
Discussion of Letters of Interest for Continued Board Services
Review of Annual Training Requirements
Approval of the Annual Meeting Schedule
Review of Application for 109 & 111 N Acline S. (Tax number 80028 -03-032) submitted by
Cassie Poston, for New Signage and Facade Improvements.
Review of Application for 113 W. Main St., Lake City, SC 29560 (Tax Map 0028 -05-006)
submitted by Brooke Thomas, for Facade Improvements.
Review of Application for 118 S Acline St, Lake City, SC 29560 (Tax Map 80028 -06-005)
submitted by Tyson Chastain, for Facade Improvements.
Review of Application for 118 E. Main St. Lake City, SC 29560 (Tax Map 80028 -03-020)
Submitted by Kaylea Holt, for new Signage and Facade Improvements.
Review of Application for 121 W. Main St. Lake City, SC 29560 (Tax Map 80028 -05-008)
Submitted by Greater Lake City Alliance, for Facade Painting.
Adjournment
Tue Jul 14, 2026
City Council
Lake City Council to discuss highway improvements and wastewater agreements
The City Council will consider several legislative resolutions, including a highway project agreement and a regional wastewater agreement. The agenda also includes a first reading of an ordinance regarding unsafe nonresidential buildings and discussions on city-owned property.
- Resolution 2026-034: Intergovernmental Wastewater Collection, Transmission, Treatment, Billing, and Regional Capacity Agreement with the Town of Scranton
- Resolution 2026-035: SCDOT Municipal State Highway Project Agreement for improvements along U.S. Highway 52 (Ron McNair Boulevard) from South Church Street to Elizabeth Ann Court
- Ordinance 2026-010: First Reading regarding unsafe, vacant, dilapidated, and dangerous nonresidential buildings
- Discussion of development services agreement with CCHWALK-Lake City, LLC
- Discussion of city-owned property at 278 W. Cole Road
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REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
The City of Lake City is a handicap accessible facility
TUESDAY, JU LY 1 4 , 2026
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS – JUDICIAL CENTER
202 KELLEY STREET
6:00 P.M.
https://www.facebook.com/CityofLakeCitySC
I. CALL MEETING TO ORDER & CIVILITY PLEDGE
II. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
III. POLLING OF CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
IV. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
V. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Minutes from June 9 Public Hearing , June 9 Regular Council Meeting , June 16 Special Call-In
M eeting, and June 23 Special-Called Meeting.
VI. PROCLAMATION S
Councilmember Crosby-Fleming
Academic Recognition- Ka ’nuary Smith
Mayor Robinson
Proclamation- Recognizing and Honoring Mrs. Yvonne Epps Scott
Recognition of 2026 Palmetto Boys State Delegates
Recognition of 2026 Palmetto Girls State Delegates
VII. PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD ( Limited to 2 minutes )
The City Council welcomes comments on matters within the City ’s business or this meeting ’s agenda.
Speakers are limited to two minutes . To ensure proper follow-up, please sign in with your name and
address with City Clerk . For specific actions or questions, visit City Hall (8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.) or
contact your elected officials via the City ’s website. Uncivil or disruptive comments will not be
entertained.
Regular City Council Meeting Tuesday, July 14 , 2026
VIII. LEGISLATI VE
RESOLUTIONS
1. Resolution 2 0 26- 03 4 - A uthorizing the C ity A dministrator to execute an Intergovernmental
W astewater C ollection, T ransmi …
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Tue Jun 23, 2026
City Council
City Council to vote on final adoption of FY 2027 budget
The City Council will hold a second reading and vote on Ordinance 2026-008, which establishes the municipal budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, and levies taxes. No other ordinances or resolutions are scheduled.
- Second reading of Ordinance 2026-008 – municipal budget for FY 2027 with tax levy
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SPECIAL CALL COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
The City of Lake City is a handicap accessible facility
TUESDAY, JUNE 23 , 2026
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS – JUDICIAL CENTER
202 KELLEY STREET
6:00 P.M.
https://www.facebook.com/CityofLakeCitySC
I. CALL MEETING TO ORDER & CIVILITY PLEDGE
II. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
III. POLLING OF CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
IV. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
V. LEGISLATI VE
RESOLUTIONS
No Resolutions to Presen t
ORDINANCES
1. ORDINANCE 2026-008- SECOND READING- Establishing a municipal budget for the fiscal
year beginning July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2027, for the City of Lake City, South Carolina,
to levy taxes, and other matters related thereto.
VI. COUNCILMEMBER ’S REPORTS/COMMENTS
DISTRICT 1 - Councilmember Nicole Singletary
DISTRICT 2 - Councilmember Sondra Crosby-Fleming
DISTRICT 3 - Councilmember Wilhelmena Scott
DISTRICT 4 - Mayor Pro Tem Cooper
DISTRICT 5 - Councilmember Melissa Askins
D ISTRICT 6 - Councilmember Jason Brown
VII. MAYOR ’S REPORT /COMMENTS
VIII. ADJOURNMENT
Tue Jun 16, 2026
City Council
Council to authorize $11,500 engineering contract for Acline Street drainage project
The Lake City City Council will consider Resolution 2026-033, authorizing the City Administrator to execute an agreement with Eastern Engineering of South Carolina, LLC for bidding and contractor procurement services for the Acline Street Drainage Improvements Project at a cost of $11,500. The meeting also includes procedural items such as call to order, adoption of the agenda, and adjournment.
- Resolution 2026-033: Authorize $11,500 agreement with Eastern Engineering for Acline Street drainage project bidding and procurement services.
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SPECIAL CALL -IN
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
TUESDAY, JUNE 16, 2026
5:30 P.M.
DIAL IN NUMBER (571) 525-1594
ACCESS CODE: 2449102
https://www.facebook.com/CityofLakeCitySC
I. CALL MEETING TO ORDER & CIVILITY PLEDGE
II. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
III. POLLING OF CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
IV. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
V. LEGISLATI VE
RESOLUTIONS
1. RESOLUTION 2026-0 33 - Authorizing the City Administrator to Execute an Agreement
with Eastern Engineering of South Carolina, LLC for Bidding and Contractor Procurement
Services Associated with the Acline Street Drainage Improvements Project in the Amount of
$11,500.
VI. ADJOURNMENT
Tue Jun 9, 2026
City Council
City Council considers FY 2026-2027 budget, property sales, sheriff contract
The Lake City City Council will hold a regular meeting on June 9, 2026, to vote on several resolutions and ordinances, including selling city-owned properties, adopting the fiscal year 2026-2027 budget, and authorizing a management agreement with the Florence County Sheriff's Office. The agenda also includes an executive session to discuss contractual negotiations with the Sheriff's Office. The meeting is open to the public with a two-minute comment period.
- Resolution 2026-030: Authorizing solicitation of sealed bids for sale of city-owned property at 106 East Main Street
- Ordinance 2026-005 (Second Reading): Authorizing sale of property at 582 & 588 Moore Street (Florence County TMS 80005-01-013 & 80005-01-003)
- Ordinance 2026-008 (First Reading): Establishing municipal budget for fiscal year July 1, 2026–June 30, 2027
- Ordinance 2026-009 (First Reading): Amending Section 2-34 of city code on mayor's use of city-owned property (cellphone, vehicles) with documentation and reimbursement requirements
- Resolution 2026-032: Authorizing negotiation and execution of a management agreement with Florence County Sheriff's Office
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REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
The City of Lake City is a handicap accessible facility
TUESDAY, JUNE 9 , 2026
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS – JUDICIAL CENTER
202 KELLEY STREET
6:00 P.M.
https://www.facebook.com/CityofLakeCitySC
I. CALL MEETING TO ORDER & CIVILITY PLEDGE
II. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
III. POLLING OF CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
IV. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
V. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Minutes from M ay 12, 2026 , Regular Council Meeting
VI. PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD ( Limited to 2 minutes )
The City Council welcomes comments on matters within the City ’s business or this meeting ’s agenda.
Speakers are limited to two minutes . To ensure proper follow-up, please sign in with your name and
address with City Clerk . For specific actions or questions, visit City Hall (8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.) or
contact your elected officials via the City ’s website. Uncivil or disruptive comments will not be
entertained.
VII. LEGISLATI VE
RESOLUTIONS
1. RESOLUTION 2026-029- Establishing April as Fair Housing Month for the City of Lake
City and all other matters thereto.
2. RESOL UTION 2026-030- A uthorizing the s olicitation of S ealed B ids for the S ale of C ity-
O wned R eal P roperty located at 106 E ast M ain S treet , and other matter relating thereto.
3. RESOLUTION 2026-031- Authorizing the adoption of a donated leave policy, and other
matters relating thereto.
ORDINANCES
Regular City Council Meeting Tuesday, June 9 , 2026
1. ORDINANCE 2026-005- SECOND READING- Authorizing to sell …
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Tue Jun 9, 2026
City Council
Public hearing on Lake City FY2026-2027 budget
The City Council is holding a public hearing on the proposed budget for fiscal year 2026-2027, covering projected revenues, expenditures, and the estimated tax millage. Residents may give comments limited to budget-related topics. No other business is scheduled at this special called meeting.
- Public hearing on FY2026-2027 budget with discussion of revenues, expenditures, and tax millage
- Public comments limited to 2 minutes per person and restricted to budget or millage topics
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PUBLIC HEARING
The City of Lake City is a handicap accessible facility
SPECIAL CALL COUNCIL MEETING
TUESDAY, JUNE 9 , 2026
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS – JUDICIAL CENTER
202 KELLEY STREET
5:30 P.M.
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I. OPENING OF PUBLIC HEARING
PUBLIC HEARING ON THE CITY OF LAKE CITY
BUDGET FISCAL YEAR 2026-2027
II. BUDGET OVERVIEW PRESENTATION
III. PUBLIC COMMENTS
This public hearing is held in strict compliance with South Carolina Code Section 6-1-80 to
provide our citizens with a formal opportunity to address the Council regarding projected
revenues, expenditures, and the estimated tax millage for the upcoming fiscal year.
To ensure all residents have an opportunity to speak about this financial plan, the following
procedures apply tonight:
Topic Restriction: Testimony must strictly pertain to the proposed budget, millage rates, or
municipal fees. General grievances must wait for the standard public comment period.
Time Limit: Individual remarks are limited to two (2) minutes per person.
Decorum: Comments must be directed to the Council as a collective body. Personal attacks,
rowdyism, or disruptive behavior will result in an immediate forfeiture of your time.
Process: The Council will listen to all feedback as part of our official deliberation process ,
but will not engage in back-and-forth debate during your testimony.
IV. COUNCIL QUESTIONS AND DISCUSSION
V. CLOSING OF PUBLIC HEARING
Tue May 19, 2026
City Council
Council holds budget session for 2026-27 planning
The City Council meets for a budget session to receive a presentation and discuss the upcoming fiscal year budget. No votes are scheduled; the session is intended for council discussion and direction to staff.
- Budget presentation and discussion for the 2026-27 fiscal year
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CITY COUNCIL
BUDGET SESSION AGENDA
The City of Lake City is a handicap accessible facility
TUESDAY, MAY 1 9 , 2026
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS – JUDICIAL CENTER
202 KELLEY STREET
6:00 P.M.
I. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
II. POLLING OF CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
III. BUDGET PRESENTATION & DISCUSSION
IV. CITY COUNCIL DISCUSSION & FEEDBACK
V. DIRECTION TO STAFF (IF NEEDED)
VI. ADJOURNMENT
Tue May 12, 2026
City Council
City Council to vote on $600,000 water/sewer bond and property sales
The Lake City City Council will hold second readings on ordinances authorizing a $600,000 water and sewer revenue bond, safety wall improvements at City Hall, and declaring city-owned real property as surplus. First readings include selling properties at 582 & 588 Moore St. and 106 E. Main St., and adopting a revised procurement policy. The council will also consider resolutions for joining the State Insurance Benefits Program and proclaiming April as Fair Housing Month.
- Second reading of Ordinance 2026-004: $600,000+ waterworks and sewer system improvement revenue bond
- Second reading of Ordinance 2026-002: Safety wall improvements at City Hall
- First reading of Ordinance 2026-005: Sale of 582 & 588 Moore St. property
- First reading of Ordinance 2026-006: Sale of 106 E. Main St. property
- First reading of Ordinance 2026-007: Adoption of revised procurement policy
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-604315-81060800 TUESDAY, MAY 12, 2026
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS – JUDICIAL CENTER
202 KELLEY STREET
6:00 P.M.
https://www.facebook.com/CityofLakeCitySC
CALL MEETING TO ORDER & CIVILITY PLEDGE
INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Polling of City Council Members
ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
approval of minutes
Minutes from April 14, 2026 Regular Council Meeting
PROCLAMATION
The late Fire Chief Tony Singletary
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD (Limited to 2 minutes)
The City Council welcomes comments on matters within the City’s business or this meeting’s agenda. Speakers are limited to two minutes. To ensure proper follow-up, please sign in with your name and address with City Clerk. For specific actions or questions, visit City Hall (8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.) or contact your elected officials via the City’s website. Uncivil or disruptive comments will not be entertained.
LEGISLATIVE
RESOLUTIONS
RESOLUTION 2026-027- FIRST AND FINAL READING- Authorizing the City’s acceptance of and participation in the State Insurance Benefits Program and all other matters relating thereto.
RESOLUTION 2026-028-FIRST AND FINAL READING- Establishing April as Fair Housing Month for the City of Lake City and all other matters thereto.
ORDINANCES
ORDINANCE 2026-002- SECOND READING- Authorizing the Purchase and Installation of Safety Wall Improvements at City Hall and all other matters relating thereto.
ORDINANCE 2026-003- SECOND READING- Declaring Certain Real Property Owned by the City of Lake City as Surplu …
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Sun Apr 26, 2026
City Council
Council holds worksession to review proposed city budget
This is a budget worksession where the council will hear a presentation of the proposed budget and supporting presentations, discuss key issues and policy considerations, and provide direction to staff. No votes are scheduled; the session is for discussion and feedback only.
- Presentation of proposed budget
- Supporting presentations on budget details
- Discussion of key issues and policy considerations
- Council feedback and direction to staff
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LAKE CITY COUNCIL
BUDGET WORKSESSION AGENDA
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Sunday, April 26, 2026
City Council Chambers – Judicial Center
202 Kelley Street
3:30 P.M.
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. PURPOSE OF WORK SESSION & OVERVIEW OF BUDGET PROCESS
IV. PRESENTATION OF PROPOSED BUDGET
V. SUPPORTING PRESENTATIONS
VI. KEY ISSUES & POLICY CONSIDERATIONS
VII. CITY COUNCIL DISCUSSION & FEEDBACK
VIII. DIRECTION TO STAFF
IX. ADJOURNMENT
Tue Apr 14, 2026
City Council
Council will vote on a $184,400 CSX utility installation license agreement
The Lake City City Council will consider a series of resolutions and ordinances, including a $184,400 license agreement with CSX Transportation for utility work in the rail corridor, a $600,000 junior lien waterworks and sewer revenue bond, and the acceptance of a V‑Safe grant for fire‑operations reimbursement. Additional items include waste‑water capacity allocation, discontinuation of electric service at 278 Cole Road, and the sale of city‑owned properties at 582 and 588 Moore Street. All items are presented for first and final reading.
- Resolution 2026-021 – Approve a $184,400 license agreement with CSX Transportation for utility installation within the rail corridor.
- Ordinance 2026-004 – Authorize issuance of a $600,000 junior lien waterworks and sewer revenue bond series 2026.
- Resolution 2026-020 – Accept the V‑Safe grant for reimbursement of fire operations.
- Resolution 2026-008 – Discontinue electrical service at 278 Cole Road due to vacancy and maintenance cost.
- Resolution 2026-009 – Engage a licensed realtor to market and sell city‑owned properties at 582 and 588 Moore Street.
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REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
The City of Lake City is a handicap accessible facility
TUESDAY, APRIL 14 , 2026
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS – JUDICIAL CENTER
202 KELLEY STREET
6:00 P.M.
https://www.facebook.com/CityofLakeCitySC
I. CALL MEETING TO ORDER & CIVILITY PLEDGE
II. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
III. POLLING OF CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
IV. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
V. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Minutes from December 9, 2025 Regular Council Meeting , January 13, 2026 Regular
Council Meeting , February 10, 2026 Regular Council Meeting , and March 10, 2026 Regular
Council Meeting.
VI. PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD ( Limited to 2 minutes )
The City Council welcomes comments on matters within the City ’s business or this meeting ’s agenda.
Speakers are limited to two minutes . To ensure proper follow-up, please sign in with your name and
address with City Clerk . For specific actions or questions, visit City Hall (8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.) or
contact your elected officials via the City ’s website. Uncivil or disruptive comments will not be
entertained.
VII. ANNUAL AUDIT PRESENTATIO N
Greene Finne y Cauley, LLP
VIII. LEGISLATI VE
RESOLUTIONS
1. RESOLUTION 2026-01 6 - FIRST AND FINAL READING- A Resolution Providing
Conditional Confirmation of Future Wastewater Capacity Allocation to Support Regional
Economic Development and all other matters relating thereto.
2. RESOLUTION 2026-01 7 - FIRST AND FINAL READING- Authorizing the City to Issue
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Wed Mar 25, 2026
Architectural Review Board
Board will consider renovation and signage request for 109 & Il North Acline St.
The Architectural Review Board will review a request from David & Cassi Poston (W. Holland Co.) for interior and exterior renovations and new signage at 109 & Il North Acline St. It will also consider signage applications from Karen Epps for The Vault at 115 South Acline St. and 159 North Church St., and from Debra Lane for The Crossroads Exchange at 108 East Main St. Additionally, the board will discuss a proposal for Murual at 124 Dancing St. for Treasure Dreher.
- Approval of interior and exterior renovations and new signage for 109 & Il North Acline St. (David & Cassi Poston, W. Holland Co.)
- Approval of new signage for The Vault at 115 South Acline St. and 159 North Church St. (Karen Epps)
- Approval of new signage for The Crossroads Exchange at 108 East Main St. (Debra Lane)
- Discussion of proposal for Murual at 124 Dancing St. for Treasure Dreher
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AGENDA
ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD
PUBLIC HEARING AND MONTHLY MEETING
WEDNESDAY, March 25, 2026
202 KELLEY STREET
11:00 A.M.
I. Call the Meeting to Order
IL, Adoption of the Agenda
TT. Review/ Items for Discussion and Approval
A. Applicant-David & Cassi Poston (W. Holland Co.) located at 109 & Il North Acline St.
Lake City, S.C. 29560, is requesting approval! for interior and exterior
renovations on the building as well as new signage.
B. Applicant- Karen Epps ( The Vault) located at 115 South Acline St. Lake City, $.C. 29560 as well
as 159 North Church St. is requesting approval of new signage" The Vault on S. Acline" and
place new signage on the Church street address on the South and West sides of building.
C. Applicant- Debra Lane ( The Crossroads Exchange) located at 108 East Main St. is requesting
approval of new signage " The Crossroads Exchange" on the storefront of the building.
D. Discussion- Proposal of Murual at 124 Dancing St. Lake City, SC 29560 for Treasure Dreher
Adjournment
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Tue Mar 10, 2026
City Council
Lake City Council to consider water tank rehabilitation and lease renewal
The City Council will vote on several resolutions, including funding for the Matthews Road Water Tank Rehabilitation. Members will also discuss a lease renewal with Verizon Wireless and the declaration of surplus city property.
- Resolution 2026-014: Authorization to accept SC Water Quality Revolving Fund Assistance for Matthews Road Water Tank Rehabilitation
- Ordinance 2026-001: Second reading regarding a negotiated sale
- Verizon Wireless lease renewal for the water tank at 379 S. Morris Street
- Resolution 2026-012: City Goals 2026-2027
- Discussion of declaration of surplus city-owned lot
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REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
The City of Lake City is a handicap accessible facility
REVISED
TUESDAY, MARCH 10, 2026
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS – JUDICIAL CENTER
202 KELLEY STREET
6:00 P.M.
https://www.facebook.com/CityofLakeCitySC
I. CALL MEETING TO ORDER & CIVILITY PLEDGE
II. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
III. POLLING OF CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
IV. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
V. PROCLAMATION & RECOGNITION
Wome n ’s His tory Month
VI. PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD ( Limited to 2 minutes )
NOTE: A public comment period is a time that the City Council provides to hear from the public, with an emphasis
on comments on matters that are within the scope of the municipality ’s business and/or the agenda for the
meeting. Council is interested in hearing from you not only in a public comment period but would encourage those
who would like specific action taken or questions answered to visit City Hall during normal business hours. City
Hall is open from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m . You may also contact your elected officials directly and find their
information and other staff members ’ contact information on the City ’s publicly available website. To help
facilitate resolution to any concerns, please make sure to sign in and leave your name and address on record with
the City Clerk to Council so that matters requiring further investigation can be referred to the appropriate personnel.
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Sun Mar 1, 2026
City Council
Council discusses contract for financial advisory services and staff personnel actions
The City Council will hold a goal‑setting work session followed by an executive session. In the executive session the council will discuss a proposed contract for financial advisory and consulting services and consider personnel actions for the Administrative/Support Services Department. Afterward the council may act on any matters discussed.
- Facilitated goal‑setting work session with opening remarks and priority statements
- Executive session discussion of a proposed contract for financial advisory and consulting services
- Executive session discussion of employment, compensation, promotion, demotion, discipline, or release of an employee in the Administrative/Support Services Department
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CITY OF LAKE CITY
SPECIAL CALLED MEETING
CITY COUNCIL
Sunday, March 1, 2026
3:30 pm
City Complex (City Council Chambers)
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. POLLING OF CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
III. COUNCIL GOAL-SETTING WORK SESSION
Facilitated Discussion
• Opening Remarks and Framework Presentation by Facilitator
• Brief Statements of Priorities from Each Councilmember
• General Discussion
IV. IDENTIFICATION OF TOP PRIORITIES
• Consensus on Key Goals
V. DIRECTION TO STAFF (if needed)
VI. EXECUTIVE SESSION
1. Contractual Matters
Pursuant to S.C. Code of Laws §30-4-70(a)(1) for the discussion of negotiations incident
to proposed contractual arrangements relative to financial advisory and consulting
services.
2. Personnel Matters – Administrative/Support Services Department
Pursuant to S.C. Code of Laws §30-4-70(a)(1) for the discussion of employment,
appointment, compensation, promotion, demotion, discipline, or release of an employee
in administrative/support services.
VII. RETURN TO OPEN SESSION
Upon return to regular session, Council may take action on matters discussed in Executive
Session.
VIII. ADJOURNMENT
Tue Feb 10, 2026
City Council
Lake City Council to vote on resolutions and an ordinance
The Lake City City Council will meet to adopt minutes, hear public comments, and vote on nine first-and-final reading resolutions and one first reading ordinance. The agenda includes items regarding a lawnmower donation, pre-treatment, committee appointments, a forensic audit, and an evaluation of LC 278.
- Approval of November 10, 2025 minutes
- Resolution 2026-003: Lawnmower donation
- Resolution 2026-006: Forensic audit
- Resolution 2025-017: First reading of negotiated sale ordinance
- Public comment period limited to 2 minutes
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REVISED REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
AGENDA
The City of Lake City is a handicap accessible facility
REVISED
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 2026
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS – JUDICIAL CENTER
202 KELLEY STREET
6:00 P.M.
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I. CALL MEETING TO ORDER & CIVILITY PLEDGE
II. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
III. POLLING OF CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
IV. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
V. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Minutes from Regular Council Meeting November 10 , 2025
VI. PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD ( Limited to 2 minutes )
NOTE: A public comment period is a time that the City Council provides to hear from the
public, with an emphasis on comments on matters that are within the scope of the
municipality ’s business and/or the agenda for the meeting. Council is interested in hearing
from you not only in a public comment period but would encourage those who would like
specific action taken or questions answered to visit City Hall during normal business
hours. City Hall is open from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. You may also contact your elected
officials directly and find their information and other staff members ’ contact information on the
City ’s publicly available website. To help facilitate resolution to any concerns, please make
sure to sign in and leave your name and address on record with the City Clerk to Council so
that matters requiring further investigation can be referred to the appropriate personnel.
Remember, this is a business meeting, and comments at the public c …
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Tue Jan 20, 2026
City Council
City Council will hear a forensic audit report and answer questions
The Lake City City Council meeting will open with a call to order, an invocation, and a pledge of allegiance. Council members will be polled and the agenda will be approved. The main item is a presentation of a forensic audit report followed by clarifying questions.
- Call the meeting to order & civility pledge
- Invocation and pledge of allegiance
- Polling of City Council members
- Approval of the agenda
- Forensic audit report presentation & clarifying questions
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TUESDAY, JANUARY 20, 2026
SENIOR CENTER
198 N ACLINE AVE
6:30 P.M.
CALL THE MEETING TO ORDER & CIVILITY PLEDGE
INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Polling of City Council Members
APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
v. PRESENTATION
Forensic audit report presentation & clarifying questions
VI. ADJOURNMENT
Doors will open at 6:00pm.
Meeting will begin at 6:30pm
Tue Jan 13, 2026
City Council
Council will vote on ordinances to sell surplus city property on East Main and Moore Streets
The Lake City City Council will consider several legislative items. This includes adopting a revised employee handbook, authorizing the purchase of pickup trucks, and adopting a revised 2026 holiday calendar. The council will also hold second‑reading votes on three ordinances that would declare surplus real‑property and authorize its sale, including parcels at 106 East Main Street and at 582 and 588 Moore Street. Additional agenda items are presentations, a proclamation, and public comment.
- Ordinance 2025-014 – second reading to declare certain city real property surplus and authorize disposal procedures
- Ordinance 2025-015 – second reading to authorize the negotiated sale of surplus property at 106 East Main Street to Greater Lake City Alliance
- Ordinance 2025-016 – second reading to authorize the sale of surplus property at 582 Moore Street and 588 Moore Street
- Resolution 2026-001 – first and final reading to adopt revised Employee Handbook
- Resolution 2026-002 – first and final reading to authorize acquisition of pickup trucks
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REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
The City of Lake City is a handicap accessible facility
TUESDAY, JANUARY 13, 2026
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS – JUDICIAL CENTER
202 KELLEY STREET
6:00 P.M.
https://www.facebook.com/CityofLakeCitySC
I. CALL MEETING TO ORDER & CIVILITY PLEDGE
II. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
III. POLLING OF CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
IV. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
V. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Minutes from Special-Called Meeting September 24, 2025 ; Public Hearing
September 30, 2025 ; Special-Called Meeting September 30, 2025 ; Special-
Called Meeting October 7, 2025 ; Regular C ouncil Meeting October 14, 2025 .
VI. RECOGNITION OF STUDENTS:
Logan Mims and Jessica Graham - LCHS Athletics Cross Country
Shayon Shavors - SCFCA AA All-State Football Team
VII. PRESENTATIONS
1. Carla Angus & Alexzondrea Harrison, Greater Lake City Community Resource Center /
Dramatic Coffee Beans
2. Sarah Gay, President of the Ron McNair Committee
VIII. PROCLAMATION
A Proclamation honoring Dr. Ronald Ervin McNair and the 40th Commemorative
Anniversary of the Challenger Space Shuttle Disaster
IX. PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD ( Limited to 2 minutes )
NOTE: A public comment period is a time that the City Council provides to hear from the
public, with an emphasis on comments on matters that are within the scope of the
municipality ’s business and/or the agenda for the meeting. Council is interested in hearing
from you not only in a public comment period, but would encourage those who would like …
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Federal disasters (10 yr)16 ({"Hurricane": 15, "Severe Ice Storm": 3, "Tropical Storm": 3 · last Fri Jan 23, 2026)
Traffic fatalities1 (2024)
Business establishments3,282 (67,074 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,065/mo (418 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy27.4% (low numeracy 43% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
City profile
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Permitted housing units
Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
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